"Here, what's the meaning of this?" exclaimed a man who seemed to be
the leader. "You fool! Haven't you been convinced yet that we are
what we say."

"Perfectly," returned Hal quietly. "That's why I must insist that you
raise your hands. Instantly!" His voice hardened and his finger
tightened on the trigger. "Shoot without hesitancy," he warned
McKenzie.

McKenzie's lips were set in a determined line. It was plain that he
would need no urging.

"Well," said one of the Germans, "it's my belief you are also spies."

"Hands up!" repeated Hal.

"If you must have it you must!" exclaimed the first German.

His hand flashed up and in it was a revolver.

McKenzie's revolver flashed. The German dropped back.

The man at the wheel released his hold on the steering apparatus and
also reached for a gun. Hal dropped him without changing his
position.

One of the Germans, before either Hal or McKenzie could stop him,
hurled himself over the far side of the car. The other two raised
their hands.